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The two biggest factors holding back electric cars are price and driving range – fortunately, Chevrolet just solved both problems wth one vehicle. Meet the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV – a next-gen electric car that goes over 200 miles on a single charge, costs under $30,000, and could very well be the first electric car for the masses. The 2017 Bolt is set to hit the streets later this year – will it kick off an electric vehicle revolution?

While many electric car owners aspire to get their hands on the Tesla Model S, the reality is that until the Model 3 arrives, Tesla’s current sedan is priced far out of reach for most buyers. On the other hand, there are other electric car options, but because most only having a driving range of about 80 miles on a single charge, they aren’t really viable for most people. Enter the 2016 Chevy volt: the first electric car for the masses.

The 2017 Bolt is a technological feat – so Chevy has chosen to unveil the production version of the vehicle at this week’s Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Chevy gave us a preview of the Bolt exactly a year ago at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show and now we have our first look at the production version. Overall the 2017 Bolt’s styling is pretty close to the concept version, with some of the bigger changes happening to the front and rear of the EV.

Inside the Bolt’s interior has room for up to five passengers and 16.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seat, which is more than the BMW i3. The interior also features a “floating” instrument panel with a large 10.2-inch touch control screen and a bright color palette that emphasizes the open passenger environment.

As of right now, Chevy is hoping to start production of the Bolt EV by the end of this year, which is when we should also know the official pricing and performance specs.

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The two biggest factors holding back electric cars are price and driving range - fortunately, Chevrolet just solved both problems wth one vehicle. Meet the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV - a next-gen electric car that goes over 200 miles on a single charge, costs under $30,000, and could very well be the first electric car for the masses. The 2017 Bolt is set to hit the streets later this year - will it kick off an electric vehicle revolution?

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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While many electric car owners aspire to get their hands on the Tesla Model S, the reality is that until the Model 3 arrives, Tesla's current sedan is priced far out of reach for most buyers.

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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On the other hand, there are other electric car options, but because most only having a driving range of about 80 miles on a single charge, they aren't really viable for most people.

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

Chevy gave us a preview of the Bolt exactly a year ago at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show and now we have our first look at the production version.

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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Overall the 2017 Bolt's styling is pretty close to the concept version, with some of the bigger changes happening to the front and rear of the EV.

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV rear seats

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Interior

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Inside the Bolt's interior has room for up to five passengers and 16.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seat, which is more than the BMW i3.

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV dashboard

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV dashboard

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The interior also features a “floating” instrument panel with a large 10.2-inch touch control screen and a bright color palette that emphasizes the open passenger environment.

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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As of right now, Chevy is hoping to start production of the Bolt EV by the end of this year, which is when we should also know the official pricing and performance specs.

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2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Interior

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The two biggest factors holding back electric cars are price and driving range - fortunately, Chevrolet just solved both problems wth one vehicle. Meet the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV - a next-gen electric car that goes over 200 miles on a single charge, costs under $30,000, and could very well be the first electric car for the masses. The 2017 Bolt is set to hit the streets later this year - will it kick off an electric vehicle revolution?

Photo by Mike Chino for Inhabitat

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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The two biggest factors holding back electric cars are price and driving range - fortunately, Chevrolet just solved both problems wth one vehicle. Meet the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV - a next-gen electric car that goes over 200 miles on a single charge, costs under $30,000, and could very well be the first electric car for the masses. The 2017 Bolt is set to hit the streets later this year - will it kick off an electric vehicle revolution?

Photo by Mike Chino for Inhabitat

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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The two biggest factors holding back electric cars are price and driving range - fortunately, Chevrolet just solved both problems wth one vehicle. Meet the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV - a next-gen electric car that goes over 200 miles on a single charge, costs under $30,000, and could very well be the first electric car for the masses. The 2017 Bolt is set to hit the streets later this year - will it kick off an electric vehicle revolution?

Photo by Mike Chino for Inhabitat

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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The two biggest factors holding back electric cars are price and driving range - fortunately, Chevrolet just solved both problems wth one vehicle. Meet the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV - a next-gen electric car that goes over 200 miles on a single charge, costs under $30,000, and could very well be the first electric car for the masses. The 2017 Bolt is set to hit the streets later this year - will it kick off an electric vehicle revolution?

Photo by Mike Chino for Inhabitat

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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The two biggest factors holding back electric cars are price and driving range - fortunately, Chevrolet just solved both problems wth one vehicle. Meet the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV - a next-gen electric car that goes over 200 miles on a single charge, costs under $30,000, and could very well be the first electric car for the masses. The 2017 Bolt is set to hit the streets later this year - will it kick off an electric vehicle revolution?

Photo by Mike Chino for Inhabitat

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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The two biggest factors holding back electric cars are price and driving range - fortunately, Chevrolet just solved both problems wth one vehicle. Meet the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV - a next-gen electric car that goes over 200 miles on a single charge, costs under $30,000, and could very well be the first electric car for the masses. The 2017 Bolt is set to hit the streets later this year - will it kick off an electric vehicle revolution?

Photo by Mike Chino for Inhabitat

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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The two biggest factors holding back electric cars are price and driving range - fortunately, Chevrolet just solved both problems wth one vehicle. Meet the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV - a next-gen electric car that goes over 200 miles on a single charge, costs under $30,000, and could very well be the first electric car for the masses. The 2017 Bolt is set to hit the streets later this year - will it kick off an electric vehicle revolution?

Photo by Mike Chino for Inhabitat

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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The two biggest factors holding back electric cars are price and driving range - fortunately, Chevrolet just solved both problems wth one vehicle. Meet the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV - a next-gen electric car that goes over 200 miles on a single charge, costs under $30,000, and could very well be the first electric car for the masses. The 2017 Bolt is set to hit the streets later this year - will it kick off an electric vehicle revolution?

Photo by Mike Chino for Inhabitat

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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The two biggest factors holding back electric cars are price and driving range - fortunately, Chevrolet just solved both problems wth one vehicle. Meet the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV - a next-gen electric car that goes over 200 miles on a single charge, costs under $30,000, and could very well be the first electric car for the masses. The 2017 Bolt is set to hit the streets later this year - will it kick off an electric vehicle revolution?

Photo by Mike Chino for Inhabitat

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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The two biggest factors holding back electric cars are price and driving range - fortunately, Chevrolet just solved both problems wth one vehicle. Meet the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV - a next-gen electric car that goes over 200 miles on a single charge, costs under $30,000, and could very well be the first electric car for the masses. The 2017 Bolt is set to hit the streets later this year - will it kick off an electric vehicle revolution?

Photo by Mike Chino for Inhabitat

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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The two biggest factors holding back electric cars are price and driving range - fortunately, Chevrolet just solved both problems wth one vehicle. Meet the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV - a next-gen electric car that goes over 200 miles on a single charge, costs under $30,000, and could very well be the first electric car for the masses. The 2017 Bolt is set to hit the streets later this year - will it kick off an electric vehicle revolution?

Photo by Mike Chino for Inhabitat

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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The two biggest factors holding back electric cars are price and driving range - fortunately, Chevrolet just solved both problems wth one vehicle. Meet the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV - a next-gen electric car that goes over 200 miles on a single charge, costs under $30,000, and could very well be the first electric car for the masses. The 2017 Bolt is set to hit the streets later this year - will it kick off an electric vehicle revolution?

Photo by Mike Chino for Inhabitat

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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The two biggest factors holding back electric cars are price and driving range - fortunately, Chevrolet just solved both problems wth one vehicle. Meet the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV - a next-gen electric car that goes over 200 miles on a single charge, costs under $30,000, and could very well be the first electric car for the masses. The 2017 Bolt is set to hit the streets later this year - will it kick off an electric vehicle revolution?

Photo by Mike Chino for Inhabitat

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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The two biggest factors holding back electric cars are price and driving range - fortunately, Chevrolet just solved both problems wth one vehicle. Meet the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV - a next-gen electric car that goes over 200 miles on a single charge, costs under $30,000, and could very well be the first electric car for the masses. The 2017 Bolt is set to hit the streets later this year - will it kick off an electric vehicle revolution?

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Chevrolet unveils the 2017 Bolt EV at CES in Las Vegas

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2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV plug

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Chevrolet unveils the 2017 Bolt EV at CES in Las Vegas

Photo by Mike Chino for Inhabitat

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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The two biggest factors holding back electric cars are price and driving range - fortunately, Chevrolet just solved both problems wth one vehicle. Meet the 2017 Chevy Bolt EV - a next-gen electric car that goes over 200 miles on a single charge, costs under $30,000, and could very well be the first electric car for the masses. The 2017 Bolt is set to hit the streets later this year - will it kick off an electric vehicle revolution?